To thank their frontline workers for their hard work during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tyson Foods, Inc. announced that it is doubling bonuses, increasing short-term disability coverage and is also implementing additional health screening measures.
The 'Thank You Bonuses' total $120 million for the company's 116,000 U.S. frontline workers and truckers, up from the $60 million announced in early April.
Workers will receive the first $500 bonus payment to early May. The second $500 bonus will be paid in July. In addition, Tyson Foods says they are increasing short-term disability coverage to 90% of normal pay until June 30, 2020, for team members who are unable to work due to illness.